Cabins near Thurman, New York provide convenient access to both Lake George and the southern Adirondacks. Located at 900-1,200 feet elevation, the area experiences typical Adirondack seasonal variations with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak cabin rental season. Most rental accommodations in the region maintain basic road access year-round, though winter cabin availability becomes limited after October.
What to do
Archery activities: Lake George Escape Campground offers organized archery sessions for campers. "Archery was awesome!" notes Kimberly S., highlighting one of the structured activities available beyond standard camping.
Beach swimming: Moreau Lake State Park Campground features a sandy beach area with lifeguard supervision. "Very wooded. Hiking trails become nice XC skiing trails. Nice sandy beach with lifeguard hours," explains Amber A., describing the recreational options.
River paddling: Lake George Riverview Campground provides direct access to the Schroon River for kayaking and floating. "The river is the attraction at this Campground that provides hours of entertainment... my kids really enjoyed fishing & floating in the river," shares a reviewer identified as Happy Camper L.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple rental cabin locations offer fishing access, with Moffitt Beach Campground known for lake fishing. "Nice fishing and spacious sites. Family campground," states Lee W. about the fishing conditions available near cabin accommodations.
What campers like
Private sites: Moose Hillock Camping Resorts stands out for its spacious, secluded cabin areas. "The sites at this park are huge. You could have parked three RVs in our site. Added bonus is that there is nice separation between sites with trees and shrubs that block out your neighbors and provide lots of privacy," explains Nancy W.
Clean facilities: Lake George RV Park maintains exceptionally clean accommodations and amenities. "The campground is so clean and nice! Perfect for the dogs with best dog park I ever saw. Pools and hot tubs extremely clean and the grounds looked more like a hotel resort than campground," reports Michael C.
Waterfront views: Rogers Rock Campground offers premium lakeside cabins with scenic views. "I was lucky to book a site (#68) on the water. Beautiful views and morning sun. There is a nice trail to walk that follows along the shoreline," describes Lauren S.
Individual bathrooms: Some cabin rental properties feature private bathroom facilities instead of shared bathhouses. "The private bathrooms were an unexpected surprise. Each bathroom was large with toilet, sink and shower!" notes Jim B. from Lake George Riverview Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal pricing variations: Cabin rates increase significantly during summer holidays. "It was $66/night during the first part of our stay but then jumped up to in-season rates that were $99/night plus $20/night because it was a holiday weekend," explains a reviewer about Moose Hillock's pricing structure.
Reservation requirements: Most cabin rentals require advanced booking, especially for waterfront locations. "These sites fill quickly and are often no vacancy so be sure to reserve ahead," advises Beth W. about securing accommodations at Moffitt Beach.
Laundry limitations: Whippoorwill Campsites and other cabin rental locations have limited or outdated laundry facilities. "Laundry area could use updating, but adequate and got the job done," notes a reviewer about the amenities available.
Bug awareness: Evening insects can affect outdoor activities at cabins. "We found the bugs to be very pesky in the evening and didn't want to sit outside," reports Nancy W. about the typical Adirondack evening conditions.
Tips for camping with families
Pool considerations: Family-oriented cabin rentals often feature pool amenities with varying sizes and quality. "The current pool is very small. The new Pavilion will probably also allow for more activities. BUT again the river is amazing," advises Happy Camper L. about planning water activities.
Entertainment options: Several cabin rental locations provide organized activities for children. "Dance floor and kids meals comes in frisbee plates. You can mine for gold, chill by the pool or even try your shot at archery! Something for everyone here, teen nights, family days and everything in between," describes Michelle D. from Lake George Escape Campground.
Off-site transportation: Lake George RV Park offers shuttle services for families without vehicles. "There is also a trolley to the village of Lake George, Great Escape and the outlet center," notes April L. about transportation options from cabin accommodations.
Site selection strategy: For family stays, carefully review site maps before booking cabin locations. "Look carefully at the map when choosing your site. Many of them are near the main road," advises Jean C. about Rogers Rock Campground site selection.
Tips from RVers
Site accessibility: Drivers should note access challenges at certain cabin rental locations. "When the park is full, it can be a little cramped for big-rigs to back into some sites, especially the river ones. There are trees to navigate and some of the spots are tight," warns Nancy W. about Lake George Riverview Campground.
Level parking considerations: Some cabin areas have uneven terrain that affects vehicle parking. "Sites are decent size, but be sure to bring boards to level your trailer for some sites are quite uneven!" advises Michelle D. from Lake George RV Park.
Road conditions: Interior roads at cabin rental properties vary significantly in quality. "The sandy/dirt which was a mess when it rained," notes a reviewer about ground conditions that affect vehicle access to cabin sites.
Utility hookups: Cabin sites that accommodate RVs typically offer full utility connections. "There are less than 50 total sites in the campground and only a hand-full had full hookups. Most did have water and electric," explains Craig F. about the utility arrangements at Whippoorwill Campsites.
